Laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery before and after pictures can help you get a sense of what your results may look like. If you are considering this procedure, LocateADoc.com has put together this short procedure profile so that you can learn more about what this surgery entails.

A gastric bypass is one of the most common types of bariatric surgery. It combines malabsorptive and restrictive approaches. Laparoscopic surgery is the minimally invasive alternative to open surgery. The procedure divides the stomach into two parts and then connects the upper stomach directly to the lower intestine. By creating a shortcut, the body will absorb fewer calories. If you are intersted in laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery consult with laparoscopic gastric bypass doctors in your area and find out if you are a good candidate for this procedure.

The benefits of rapid weight loss are that conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure improve quickly. However, there are risks to consider such as postsurgical infection or malnutrition. Some patients have calcium and iron deficiencies as a result of this surgery.

How should I prepare for laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery?

Talk to your doctor about whether this is the right option for you

You may have to prepare with a strict diet before surgery

Make plans to adjust your diet after surgery

Now that you know more about your bariatric options with laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery, before and after pictures can help you feel more confident about pursuing this option. LocateADoc.com hosts surgeon profiles so you can find a practice in your local area.

David G. Davtyan, MD, FACS, FICS

34 year old, Female

Glendale, CA

Lap-Band Weight Loss Surgery Los Angeles CA.
"I've been overweight since I was young and never felt good about myself. I tried many diets but never succeeded. Finally when I was at my highest weight ever my cousin told me about Dr. Davtyan. She had gone to see him and recommended that I did so too. After meeting Dr. Davtyan and his staff I knew the Lap Band was for me and that I would be in great hands. It's been 1 1/2 years since my Lap Band surgery and I have lost 90 pounds. I feel great. My legs don't hurt and I no longer feel tired like I used to feel. I like the way I look now and I know I'm going to lose more weight which makes me feel even better about myself. When I see my dress sizes getting smaller and feeling the way I feel, that's when I know I made the best decision in my life!

Lap-Band Weight Loss Surgery Los Angeles CA.
"I've been overweight since I was young and never felt good about myself. I tried many diets but never succeeded. Finally when I was at my highest weight ever my cousin told me about Dr. Davtyan. She had gone to see him and recommended that I did so too. After meeting Dr. Davtyan and his staff I knew the Lap Band was for me and that I would be in great hands. It's been 1 1/2 years since my Lap Band surgery and I have lost 90 pounds. I feel great. My legs don't hurt and I no longer feel tired like I used to feel. I like the way I look now and I know I'm going to lose more weight which makes me feel even better about myself. When I see my dress sizes getting smaller and feeling the way I feel, that's when I know I made the best decision in my life!

Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery
"It's been a real adventure. I never would have thought that I would have lost 115 pounds and after three years, am still going stronger than ever. I go to the gym three times a week, hired a personal trainer and have pretty much met my goal of getting back into good health. When I started this journey, I was using a C-pap machine, was developing blood pressure problems and was tired all the time. Not to mention the terrible heart burn that I suffered. I've been heart burn free since the surgery (a real blessing in itself), feel great and have a huge increase in stamina. Thank you and Dr. Valin so much for giving me back my life." Russell Boulet
Contact Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Elmer Valin in New Haven, CT to see how Gastric Bypass Surgery can make a difference in your life 203-867-5508.

Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery
"It's been a real adventure. I never would have thought that I would have lost 115 pounds and after three years, am still going stronger than ever. I go to the gym three times a week, hired a personal trainer and have pretty much met my goal of getting back into good health. When I started this journey, I was using a C-pap machine, was developing blood pressure problems and was tired all the time. Not to mention the terrible heart burn that I suffered. I've been heart burn free since the surgery (a real blessing in itself), feel great and have a huge increase in stamina. Thank you and Dr. Valin so much for giving me back my life." Russell Boulet
Contact Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Elmer Valin in New Haven, CT to see how Gastric Bypass Surgery can make a difference in your life 203-867-5508.

Ricardo M. Bonnor, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Troy M. Glembot, M.D.

Male

Winchester, VA

I hit a point where I knew I had to do something about my weight. I led a sedentary life. I did all I could to avoid getting up from my desk. I had trouble getting out of the building during fire drills. My work even assigned a safety monitor to me to make sure I got out of the building! But the real game changer was my health. I was short of breath all the time, I had sleep apnea, type 2 diabetes, hypertension and I was using a CPAP machine. I was taking 12 different meds. In 2006, my insurance company had paid for over $30,000 in prescriptions. I was done with feeling this way.

I hit a point where I knew I had to do something about my weight. I led a sedentary life. I did all I could to avoid getting up from my desk. I had trouble getting out of the building during fire drills. My work even assigned a safety monitor to me to make sure I got out of the building! But the real game changer was my health. I was short of breath all the time, I had sleep apnea, type 2 diabetes, hypertension and I was using a CPAP machine. I was taking 12 different meds. In 2006, my insurance company had paid for over $30,000 in prescriptions. I was done with feeling this way.

I am a patient of Dr. White's and on April 26, 2006 I underwent gastric bypass surgery. I was 368 pounds. Wow! Worse than that, I was severely depressed, had high blood pressure, significantly high cholesterol levels, chronic sleep apnea, and diabetes type 2. I was a 37 year old single Mother of 3 children and needless to say, prior to surgery things didn't look so good for me. That day, April 26, my life changed! I have ZERO health problems. I have lost 187 pounds in 16 months! I work out regularly. I love life. I am so extremely thankful to Dr. White and his amazing staff for doing what they did.

I am a patient of Dr. White's and on April 26, 2006 I underwent gastric bypass surgery. I was 368 pounds. Wow! Worse than that, I was severely depressed, had high blood pressure, significantly high cholesterol levels, chronic sleep apnea, and diabetes type 2. I was a 37 year old single Mother of 3 children and needless to say, prior to surgery things didn't look so good for me. That day, April 26, my life changed! I have ZERO health problems. I have lost 187 pounds in 16 months! I work out regularly. I love life. I am so extremely thankful to Dr. White and his amazing staff for doing what they did.

Ahad Khan, MD

Male

Suwanee, GA

Our practice includes a patient-centered, compassionate team of bariatric professionals, led by Dr. Ahad Khan who are dedicated to helping you fight the war against obesity and assisting you on your weight loss journey.

Our practice includes a patient-centered, compassionate team of bariatric professionals, led by Dr. Ahad Khan who are dedicated to helping you fight the war against obesity and assisting you on your weight loss journey.

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The laparoscopic gastric bypass procedure is an attractive weight loss option for men and women who are 100 pounds over their ideal weight. Set up a consultation with a bariatric surgeon in your area to find out if you're a good candidate for the laparascopic gastric bypass procedure. In this procedure, the size of your stomach is reduced significantly so that you can only consume and absorb a very small amount of food at each meal. Reduced food intake leads to significant weight loss within a year, and you must maintain a healthy eating plan after surgery in order to keep the weight off.

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